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The Holistic Dental Center Working Together with Other Holistic Practitioners to Create a True Holistic Approach to Your Health

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Contents

Natural Awakenings is a family of more than 70 healthy living magazines celebrating 26 years of providing the communities we serve with the tools and resources we all need to lead healthier lives on a healthy planet.

16 WISHFUL RECYCLING What Not to Put in the Bin

20 TAI CHI AND QIGONG Life Force in Motion

24 CALM DOWN Taming the Flames of Stress-Related Illness

28 STRESSED-OUT TEENS

Ways to Help Them Chill

32 MARK NEPO on Living a Wholehearted Life

34 STRONG AND SUPPLE JOINTS How to Keep Hips and Knees Happy

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he world changes and balances. There is little we can do but adjust and accept. It is funny that as we grow older all the teachings and lessons heard in our youth become true as time and wisdom polishes our understandings. For example, how many times have you heard that “change is the only constant that you can truly depend on”? This is a truth. Change will happen in unexpected ways, and you and I have Joe Dunne, Publisher little control over the events of the universe. I have come to understand and even welcome some change. It comes in many forms—some harsh, some sad, some good. However, it is our level of acceptance that makes the difference in staying stuck, adjusting or moving on. The Serenity Prayer is my mantra. “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” I repeat it to myself to keep my sanity, level my thinking and bring me back to common sense so I can adjust and accept the world as it is. It reminds me that I am not in charge of very much except for myself. Currently, I am reading Connecting the Dots: Lessons for Leadership in a Startup World by John Chambers and Diane Brady. In it, they describe disruption as a signal for change, and the wide range of problems that people, businesses, corporations and even countries run into when they fail to change, when they cling to the familiar, when they refuse to step out of their comfort zones. The authors share that in every major disruption, there is opportunity. Our world today is going through a major disruption, and the opportunities for doing things differently are everywhere. There has never been a better time to work on ourselves, to adjust our outlooks, to rethink work, to look at gratitude, to get creative, to help others, to do that little act of kindness we all talk about. Has there ever been more time to get uncomfortable? The opportunity to embrace change is here, if we choose to see it. So, how do we stay sane with the pressure of unknown tomorrows and mysteries of the future? I could speak thousands of words from the philosophies of the ages, but for myself, singing the song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” works just as well, even if I have to sing it 20,000 times a day. It’s something I can do, and sometimes that’s all I need.

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ev. Denise and Joshua Zoppi are pleased to announce that Ayni Healing Arts Center has officially moved to Newton, New Jersey. To celebrate, Rev. Denise and Joshua are offering new clients a 15% discount off any service through October 30. Ayni is a sanctuary of medicine for the body, heart, mind and soul. Rev. Denise and Joshua are committed to helping “heal your pain, connect you with an aligned tribe and your divine source, and teach you how to grow your spiritual path.” Ayni accomplishes this via multiple forms of massage, mediumship, shamanic healing ceremonies, certified shamanic training programs, events, retreats, and more. Rev. Denise and Joshua’s mentorship is legendary. View the testimonials online to learn how they show up for their clients and students. Ayni believes in empowering clients and students to live their best possible life and that the sacred supports this for every being. Through this supportive environment, all are invited to be yourself, explore spiritual gifts, heal pain, and make awesome like-minded friends. To redeem the 15% new client discount, simply book a session online at AyniHealingArtsCenter.com/Online-Booking and the discount will be applied once the session is confirmed. Sessions are done in-person or virtually. If coming for an in-person session, COVID-19 procedures apply. Location: In the Heart of Newton, New Jersey. Exact address is provided upon booking. For more information, visit AyniHealingArtsCenter.com or call/text Rev. Denise Saracco-Zoppi at 862-268-3213. See ad, page 16.

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ver the last 10 years, various locations in Morristown have been home for Awakening Wellness, the handson healing practice founded by Hilary Bilkis. Like so many, COVID forced the practice to once again find a new space. However, things have turned out for the best as the practice has now partnered with Total Wellness of New Jersey in Lake Hapatcong, near the Jefferson Diner, to continue to offer in-person CranioSacral Therapy, Visceral Mobilization, and Emotional Release Work. For those who are uncomfortable with an in-person session, remote healing sessions are offered via phone. Bilkis explains, “I have some amazing tools for reaching through the ethers to be able to connect with you for issues having to do with all aspects of your health. I can also hold a space for you if your stress levels are going through the roof.” This energy work also allows Bilkis to “have a conversation with parts of your physical body that are complaining and in need of my ‘touch’ and therapeutic skills.” An energetic connection, in some cases, may be even more powerful than an in-person session. No matter what level of care is needed, we are here to help. Give a call or send an email to set up your appointment. Location: 28 Bowling Green Pkwy #1A, Lake Hopatcong. For information call 973-479-2229 or email hilary@awakening4wellness. com. Awakening4Wellness.com.

New Jersey Native’s Year-Long Journey of Gratitude

new book called Journey to Thank You, written by Renee Moran, launched on World Gratitude Day in September. At a time when being thankful is emphasized all around us, Journey to Thank You demonstrates how the exchange of gratitude and thankfulness can lift your attitude. Moran engages readers with her mission of sending photographic thank you cards for a year to people that have touched her life or merely crossed her path, from colleagues and acquaintances to family and friends. Through the process of sending heartfelt thank you notes daily for 365 days she tapped into a deeper discovery of herself both emotionally and spiritually. Journey to Thank You is a story of hope, love and positivity. The book is available at Amazon and on her website. For more information, contact Renee Moran at 973-879-9374, kreativekidz@hotmail.com or visit ReneeMoran.com.

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Tasty and loaded with vitamins and minerals, avocados are a â&#x20AC;&#x153;healthy fatâ&#x20AC;? that can speed recovery after exercise, reports a new Brazilian study. Researchers gave 12 women either 600 milliliters (mL) of avocado pulp or a placebo in capsules. After waiting an hour, the women ran on a treadmill for half an hour, then recovered for an hour. Metabolic tests of heart rate, heart rate variability and skin conductance indicated those taking the avocado pulp recovered faster than those given a placebo. In another new study, 12 Spanish men were able to do more back squats in weight-lift training an hour after drinking 12 mL of beet root juice compared with a placebo, suggesting the nitrate-rich drink improves muscular endurance.

Eat Fruit, Veggies and Whole Grains to Lower Diabetes Risk The risk of diabetes can be slashed by loading a plate with fruit, veggies and whole grains, suggests two new studies in The British Medical Journal. European researchers measured fruit and vegetable consumption by testing the blood levels of vitamin C and carotenoids, the pigments found in colorful produce, in 9,754 people with Type 2 diabetes and 13,662 people free of the condition. They found that each average daily intake of 66 grams of fruit and vegetables (about one-third of a cup) reduced diabetes risk by 25 percent. The top fifth of fruit-and-veggie eaters had half the risk of diabetes compared to those that rarely ate produce. In a second study, American researchers using population research with more than 200,000 participants found those that ate the most whole grains had a 29 percent lower rate of Type 2 diabetes compared to those that ate the least amount. Eating one or more servings per day of whole-grain, cold breakfast cereal lowered the risk by 19 percent; dark bread lowered it 21 percent. Eating two or more servings per week of oatmeal lowered risk 21 percent; bran, 15 percent; and brown rice and wheat germ, 12 percent.

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Manage Bowel Disease to Reduce Dementia Risk The 3 million Americans dealing with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), which includes ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, may also suffer twice the risk of dementia, a new study in the journal Gut suggests. Taiwanese researchers tracked 1,740 IBD patients for 16 years and compared their cognitive health to that of 17,420 other adults without IBD. They found that IBD patients had more than three times the rate of all types of dementia—5.5 percent versus 1.5 percent—compared to those without IBD; after removing other factors like age and underlying conditions, they concluded that IBD doubled dementia risk. Of all the dementia types, the risk for Alzheimer’s disease was greatest: those with IBD were six times as likely to develop it than were those without the disease. Also, people with IBD were diagnosed with dementia seven years earlier, at age 76 rather than 83. The study on the gut-brain axis aligns with others in indicating that chronic inflammation and imbalanced gut bacteria are potential contributors to cognitive decline. “The identification of increased dementia risk and earlier onset among patients with IBD suggest that [they] might benefit from education and increased clinical vigilance,” wrote the study’s authors.

Try Cinnamon to Reduce Migraines Cinnamon, long known to help blood sugar levels, can diminish migraine attacks, according to a new study in Phytotherapy Research from Iran. Fifty patients with migraines took either three capsules a day of 600 milligrams (about a quarter teaspoon) of cinnamon or a placebo. After two months, those taking cinnamon had significantly reduced severity, frequency and duration of migraine episodes. Most of the world’s cinnamon is Cinnamomum verum, produced in Sri Lanka, also called Ceylon cinnamon. Cassia cinnamon (Cinnamomum iners) is not accepted as a true cinnamon by herbalists.

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Ease Depression and Anxiety with Probiotics With the gut-brain axis increasingly under scrutiny, two studies provide new evidence of how the microbiome, or gut bacteria, affects mental health. In a review in BMJ Nutrition Prevention & Health of seven high-quality probiotic and prebiotic studies, researchers found that 11 out of 12 probiotics studied produced “measurable reductions in depression.” The major strains studied were Lactobacillus acidophilus, L. casei and Bifidobacterium bifidum. In a second study in the journal Nutrients, 20 male soccer players ages 18 to 21 received either a placebo or a probiotics drink with L. casei for two months. By week four, those drinking the probiotic drink had significantly more relaxed (theta) and attentive (delta) brain waves, suggesting lowered anxiety and enhanced training ability. The probiotics drink also improved cognitive reaction time in the subjects. October 2020

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Blackest Fish in the Sea Aid Scientific Research

Scientists from Duke University and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History have found that the skin of 16 species of deep-sea fish absorbs more than 99.95 percent of the light that hits them. As published in Current Biology, Dr. Karen Osborn co-led the research that discovered the extraordinary properties while attempting to photograph specimens. Even using cutting-edge equipment, she could not see any detail. “It didn’t matter how you set up the camera or lighting; [the fish] just sucked up all the light,” she tells BBC Science Focus. The source of the ultra-black color is melamin which is distributed within melanosomes that are densely packed into cells on the fish skin. Because of the unique shape and arrangement of these melanosomes, incoming light is redirected toward another cell to absorb it. In the deep-sea environment in which they live, even the smallest amount of reflected light can attract predators, so this form of camouflage improves their chances of survival. Some scientists believe it is possible to make similar ultra-black substances for sensitive optical equipment.

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A partnership formed in 2017 between the United Nations International Telecommunication Union, the International Solid Waste Association and other groups to track the accumulation of electronic debris has reported via the publication Global E-Waste Monitor 2020 that a record 53.6 million metric tons of electronics were discarded in 2019 and could likely increase to 74.7 million tons per year by 2030. E-waste includes battery-powered and plug-in laptop computers, smartphones and televisions. Not only are people using more consumer electronics, they are not doing a good job of recycling them safely. The report found that of the e-waste generated in 2019, only 9.3 million tons, or 17.4 percent, were recycled. Cadmium and mercury are conspicuous sources of pollution from these devices, as are refrigerant chemicals like chlorofluorocarbons and hydrochlorofluorocarbons that can leach into the environment. Plastic waste is another concern. The report states that e-waste contains so many valuable recoverable metals such as iron, copper and gold that it represents a prime opportunity to reclaim these raw materials instead of mining them anew.

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Apple, Inc., the maker of the iPhone, iPad and Mac computers, has committed to becoming 100 percent carbon neutral overall, from its supply chain to retail outlets, by 2030. The goal is to achieve a zero net climate impact. According to BBC Science Focus Magazine, CEO Tim Cook says, “Businesses have a profound opportunity to help build a more sustainable future, one born of our common concern for the planet we share. The innovations powering our environmental journey are not only good for the planet, they’ve helped us make our products more energy-efficient and bring new sources of clean energy online around the world. Climate action can be the foundation for a new era of innovative potential, job creation and durable economic growth. With our commitment to carbon neutrality, we hope to be a ripple in the pond that creates a much larger change.” If successful, the 10-year plan will reduce carbon emissions by 75 percent and develop solutions such as the use of low carbon and recycled materials to achieve the other 25 percent.

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he flowing movement of tai chi mirrors the serenity of water, but still waters run deep. This ancient practice of gentle meditative movement is an offshoot of Chinese martial arts that offers a spectrum of surprising benefits, including healthier soft tissues and bones, as well as improved sleeping. According to Harvard Health Publishing, when practiced consistently, tai chi supports both upper and lower body strength with effects that are akin to resistance training and brisk walking. Tai chi helps to fine-tune neurons of the inner ear and encourages muscle and ligament flexibility, resulting in better balance and fewer falls. The practice is highly adaptable and anyone can benefit, even those that are wheelchair-bound or recovering from surgery. “It appears effortless, with slow and smooth movements, but there is immense power underneath the tranquility,” says Paul Lam, family physician and director of the Tai Chi for Health Institute, in Sydney, Australia. “Tai chi has been shown by over 500 medical studies to benefit almost all aspects of health, including mobility, immunity and heart and lung function.” Lam also high-

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lights other related benefits, including lower blood pressure, less arthritis pain and stress relief. Research published last year in the journal Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine shows that 12 weeks of tai chi practice initiated beneficial changes in the immune system with subsequent improvement of lung function in children ages 6 to 12 with asthma.

A River of Energy While tai chi is a modified martial art with a focus on form, its close relative, qigong, is a mind-body wellness system that uses breath, simple movement and stillness. Both cultivate qi, or life force, that is believed to permeate all natural existence. The concept of qi, yet to be understood scientifically, is the basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine and the focus of many studies in China and elsewhere. “It is believed that qi flows throughout and around the body. If we are healthy, the qi will be moving smoothly and abundantly. If we are not healthy, the qi may be stagnant, excessive or defi-

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cient,” says qigong instructor and acupuncturist Jeffrey Chand, in British Columbia, Canada. Robert Chuckrow, a retired physics professor in Ossining, New York, and the author of Tai Chi Dynamics and The Tai Chi Book, explains, “When muscles are tensed, qi is inhibited. Instead, when muscles are relaxed and the body is open and moves naturally, qi is enhanced. Such cultivation of qi is the main component of qigong. Tai chi actually includes qigong.” Chuckrow currently has two students that are 100 years old and notes that seniors greatly appreciate and benefit from these arts once they experience the connection between mind and body. Lee Holden, a qigong master teacher at the Holden QiGong Center, in Santa Cruz, California, emphasizes the consequence of being in perpetual “fight-or-flight” mode from everyday, nonthreatening life stresses. “The waves crashing to the shore, the river flowing down the mountain, demonstrate nature’s boundless energy. We, as human beings,

have cut ourselves off from that source of energy. Through qigong practice, we plug back into that natural energy reserve and circulate it through our minds and bodies. Stress, like a kink in the hose, causes a stagnation of qi. Relaxation, like unwinding the kink, gets the qi to flow.”

In essence, it’s all about encouraging calm, something we all need. Chand summarizes its benefits superbly. “It empowers individuals to help themselves. The more stress management tools we have to help ourselves, the better our overall health and quality of life is.”

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Tai chi and qigong lower the stress hormone cortisol, improve brain function and have been shown to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. Both approaches are part of many addiction recovery programs to help nourish mind-body connections for better managing stress. “In my view, both qigong and tai chi are wonderful exercises for the nervous system, which during practice, undergoes intense moment-to-moment receiving, processing and sending of neural electrical information. This electricity stimulates cells to absorb oxygen and nutrients and expel waste products, and it beneficially helps arrange material within cells,” says Chuckrow.

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lternatives to traditional healthcare typically attract a fair amount of skepticism. Exercising caution as you approach new health modalities is normal, however, the validation process for new therapies into mainstream acceptance is a lengthy one. Baseless myths frequently pop up that, unfortunately, may lead some to miss out on something great. To gain a better understanding of the misconceptions about holistic/biological dentistry, let’s address a few the most common myths.

Myth: Biological Dentistry Is Pseudo-Scientific Biological dentistry is the practice of considering a patient’s overall health rather than just their oral health. Biological dentists understand that the body functions as a system rather than various parts to be treated separately. This is viewed as pseudo-scientific by traditional dentistry, however, biological dentists have known for years about the mouth/heart connection that is only recently being acknowledged by traditional dentistry. Another example is the use of toxic fillings by traditional dentistry. This practice is starting to be questioned, and is even banned or restricted by several countries in Europe. Biological dentists always used non-toxic materials for dental procedures. In truth, biological dentistry is leading the way for modifications in the traditional approach.

Myth: Biological Dentistry Is Only Concerned with Using Non-Toxic Materials Another stereotype is that it is merely dentistry that uses non-toxic materials. Biological dentists commit themselves to their patient’s overall health and well-being. They seek to minimize invasive procedures and work to preserve natural teeth rather than looking for quick fixes. They will avoid procedures that could potentially harm a patient based on their individual health and condition. Biological dentistry even works to reduce harm when it comes to issues like anxiety about a dental procedure. When

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patients experience “dentist anxiety”, traditional dentists often use sedation drugs, some of which are mind-altering substances with side effects that can last long after a dental procedure is over. In most cases, an extreme approach to anxiety is unnecessary. Biological dentists understand this and will opt for less invasive techniques like NuCalm technology. NuCalm technology is a drug-free way of reducing anxiety during a dental procedure. The holistic approach is to use ingenuity rather quick fixes that could cause a patient further harm.

Myth: Biological Dentists Are Very Expensive The misconception that it is way more expensive than traditional dentistry is simply not true, however, price and value are different measures. With a traditional dentist, the symptom is treated, but if the root cause of that issue isn’t fixed, it may occur over and over again or lead to greater problems. Holistic dentists get to the bottom of the dental ailment by using a deeper analysis of the patient to make a diagnosis. When comparing this to having the same procedure done repetitively, the price difference evaporates.

Myth: All Biological Dentists Are the Same It takes more than adding “holistic” to your practice to be a true biological dentist. Legitimate practitioners strictly follow protocols outlined by The International Academy of Oral Medicine and Toxicology. Make sure that the holistic dentist you choose is properly accredited. Dr. Vladimir Gashinsky has been in private practice at his Millburn, New Jersey office for over a decade, where exceptional holistic and biological dentistry and surgical expertise is offered in a friendly, home-like environment. Location: Holistic Dental Center, 91 Millburn Avenue, Millburn. For more information call 973-457-4688 or visit HolisticDentalCenterNJ.com. See ads, pages 3, 19.

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e are beings of neurochemical and hormonal intricacy, and within this mixed bag of biology lies our magic. Our human experience is visceral; we cry from sadness and joy, flush from embarrassment, laugh with amusement and exhibit quirky mannerisms when we lie. Whether we see it as a blessing or a curse, we’re hardwired to embody the sacred fire of our emotions. It also means that stress and our bodies are in perpetual partnership. “Systematically, the mind and body work together. Grabbing your belly when you hear bad news and saying, ‘I feel sick,’ or having ‘butterflies in your stomach’ are a testament to how everyday stress affects us physically,” says Stephanie Mansour, Chicago fitness expert and host of the national PBS show Step It Up With Steph. “Stress serves a useful purpose by increasing alertness—the sometimes lifesaving ‘fight-or-flight’ response—but chronic stress leads to elevated stress hormones like cortisol and catecholamines,” says emergency room physician Thomas Krisanda, at Northwest Hospital, in Randallstown, Maryland. “Cortisol can elevate blood glucose and suppress the immune system. Elevated catecholamines raise blood pressure and stress the heart. Over time, this can lead to hypertension, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes or strokes.” According to The American Institute of Stress, 77 percent of people experience the physical backlash of emotional stress in the form of headaches, chronic migraines, fatigue, digestive woes, muscle tension, dizziness and changes in libido. Research published this year in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that children that experience severe adversity or live with alcoholics or drug addicts are at a 50 percent higher risk for developing cardiovascular disease later in life. Experts agree that this statistic goes beyond poor lifestyle choices, and might point to a biological inability to cope with everyday pressures. Working with—rather than against—the body’s nervous system by employing lifestyle changes, releasing trauma and considering options like a nourishing diet, safe herbal options and gentle energy modalities can help to break a vicious cycle.

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Gut Instincts Studies involving both mice and humans show that beneficial gut microorganisms are altered by emotional stress. The same bacteria responsible for bolstering the body’s fortress of immunity also generate neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine. These neurochemicals in the gut’s enteric nervous

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system control major biological functions that include heart rate, sleep cycles, muscle movement and mood. While commonly prescribed antibiotics eradicate infectious invaders, they also kill off beneficial bacteria and neurotransmitters, opening the door to depressive disorders. Because approximately 95 percent of the body’s serotonin is produced in the gut, it’s not surprising that overuse of antibiotics has been associated with mental health conditions. British research published in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry in 2015 documents case-control studies over an 18-year period involving 202,974 patients with depression. The findings show a high risk for anxiety and depression following repeated antibiotic use. Connecting the dots further, 2018 research published in the Journal of Neuroendocrinology correlates compromised intestinal permeability with a weakened blood-brain barrier and alcohol addiction. Research published in 2014 in the journal PLOS One involving patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) reveals abnormalities in catecholamines, elevated plasma cortisol and hyperactivity of the amygdala—the part of the brain that can become stuck on overdrive from trauma and other life stresses. In a nutshell, negative emotional states can suppress immunity and foster more frequent antibiotic prescriptions and in turn, promote neurological loops of chronic depression and anxiety, and even more compromised immune response. Functional gastrointestinal disorders like IBS and inflammation-driven Crohn’s disease are often exacerbated by emotional upset and improved with stress management techniques like biofeedback, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychoanalysis, hypnotherapy, meditation and breath work.

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Everyday Practical Tips From Stephanie Mansour: n Deep breathing and rolling the shoulders forward and back a few times can relieve muscle tension. n Eating something crunchy like an apple or carrots can lessen feelings of stress. n Meditating for even one minute can help reduce excessive cortisol in the body. Doing small increments daily rather than over long intervals net better and bigger benefits. n If your mind is racing 24/7 and breathing techniques don’t work, change your environment. Get up and go to another room in the house. Go outside. If tight on space and can't go outside, turn your body to look in a different direction. Stay in the same spot on the couch and just look at something else. n Don’t put your body under more stress with demanding, cortisol-fuel-ing workouts; opt for yoga, meditation and Pilates. n When you get your heart rate up (in as quickly as five minutes of doing cardio), you feel happier. n Maintain a healthy sleep schedule and go to bed earlier.

From Sarah Kate Benjamin: n Reconnect to the earth in whatever way you can; go for a walk, cook a meal, smell flowers or just sit outside.

From LaStacia Ross: n As an energy exercise, try what I call The Fountain of Light: See and feel white light coming up from the earth and into your feet. Feel it move all the way up through your body, out of your head and back down to your feet to start again, like a fountain. Repeat this many times, feeling the vibrant, white light energy flowing through you.

Plant Power for Combatting Stress Sarah Kate Benjamin’s Personal Favorites: Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) soothes restless minds from anxiety and insomnia, and eases menstrual cramps or muscle spasms. Skullcap (Scutellaria lateriflora) helps to strengthen the brain and revitalize the central nervous system, and helps to calm the mind and relieve nervous stress and headaches. It is even more beneficial when combined with lavender or chamomile. Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) helps to soothe emotional and muscle tension; relieve stress-related gut symptoms like gas, cramping, irritable bowel syndrome and ulcers; calm heat-related emotional and physical issues such as eczema, anger and frustration; and generally promote a sense of calm. Wonderful in baths, teas and as an herbal garnish. In addition to Benjamin’s recommendations, other stress-fighting herbs to consider are Ginkgo, panax and Siberian ginseng, fo-ti, rhodiola, reishi mushroom, goji berries, licorice root, lavender, rose, lemon balm, tulsi (holy basil), ashwagandha and mimosa bark. including the multi-system agonies of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome. It’s a widespread misunderstanding that psychosomatic (mind-body) health conditions are imaginary or the product of mental instability. In actuality, the term psychosomatic simply refers to physical diseases with no organic origin that are presumed to have unconscious emotional taproots. “We are made up of different types of energy,” explains LaStacia Ross, a reiki master and sound healer at Eclectic Soul Studio, in Pittsburg, Kansas. “Physical or sensory energy is the energy of the physical body. Our outer energy field is subtle energy which consists of layers and includes thoughts and emotions. I like to think of the subtle energy field as a library containing the records of everything we’ve ever experienced.” Reiki, a form of non-touch therapy, is now deemed valuable by many respected hospitals, like the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, in Manhattan. Springboarding from the philosophy that we are trinities of body, mind and spirit, reiki and other forms of energy medicine aim to encourage the flow of vital life force. Ross, who also uses sound resonance via tuning forks in her work, has witnessed significant

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improvement in her clients. “Energy work can help release stored energetic patterns of trauma and stress that no longer serve us,” she says. “Relaxation is an immediate benefit of energy work. People often feel a huge mental weight lifted and report pain relief, sometimes after just one session.” Despite the many gains of energy work, Ross emphasizes individual timing. “On a subconscious level, pain or illness can serve us in some way without us realizing it. Sometimes we’re not ready to work through our issues or let them go, even if we think we are.”

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Stress-induced psychosomatic illness does not discriminate, and even affects members of the medical field. A 2009 study published in the Indian Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine found that professional burnout in nurses can manifest as back and neck pain, acidity, anger and impaired memory. Krisanda underscores the importance of self-care in all walks of life. “If you don’t take care of yourself, you are useless to care for others. Adopt a healthy diet and exercise and make it a routine. We live in a very materialistic society, and I believe this also leads to stress, unhappiness and a sense

of being entitled and never being satisfied. Just let go.” He also stresses the importance of support. “An emergency room is an incredibly hectic, frightening and sometimes violent place. I rely on my colleagues, and we support each other. For me, the most important thing is to realize that I’m not in it alone.” Krisanda also finds balance by taking a few minutes in a quiet place to collect his thoughts and enjoy a peaceful moment. Basic, whole foods can help to maintain homeostasis. “Make sure that food is fueling you,” says Mansour. “Cooked vegetables and broths are very soothing. Instead of a juice cleanse or an extreme diet, focus on nourishing, calming foods like soups, lean proteins to stabilize blood sugar levels and healthy fats to support brain function. Reducing alcohol can help improve liver function.” Sarah Kate Benjamin, a holistic chef and herbalist in Sebastopol, California, finds her own healing rhythms by eating with the seasons and using medicinal plants in inspired, everyday dishes. Co-author of The Kosmic Kitchen Cookbook: Everyday Herbalism and Recipes for Radical Wellness, she sees herbs as life-giving examples of resilience. “Herbs have been here long before us and have experienced their own form of stressors. Working with nervous system-supportive herbs in my food,

beverages or even as tinctures really help me find balance when I’m overwhelmed.” Some of her allies are oat tops, lemon balm, skullcap, chamomile and passionflower. For Benjamin, everyday choices play a huge role in healing. “Making small lifestyle shifts in your work or home life can really help you move into a more relaxed state. I like to think of it as a sort of mantra: ‘Help the herbs help

you,’” she says. In a world that is fixated on external validation, little things matter. “If I give myself permission to do the things that really nourish me, I’ll be the best version of myself. Perhaps most importantly, I will like me, and that matters tremendously.” Marlaina Donato is an author and recording artist. Connect at AutumnEmbersMusic.com.

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The best way to communicate with a stressed teen, say many child psychologists, is to listen deeply while letting them do most of the talking, and offering sympathetic support while withholding judgment. Instead of giving advice, “Validate your teen’s experience and attempt to step into their shoes. Let your teen know that you hear them, that you support them in their decisions and ask your teen what you can do to help them,” advises clinical psychologist Alyssa Austern, PsyD, of Chatham, New Jersey. Other steps can help a teen weather this time of high stress:

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Back up the basics. Make sure there’s healthy food and snacks in the fridge. Encourage teens to exercise daily, especially outdoors, and support them in getting eight to 10 hours of sleep.

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eing a teenager is never easy, but it’s even harder these days, with the upheaval of the pandemic intensifying the normal academic, social and hormonal turmoil of these pivotal years. It’s no wonder teens are reporting record levels of stress, anxiety and depression: In a Pew Research survey, 70 percent of teens said mental health was a major problem among their peers—and that was in February, before the pandemic hit. A recent online poll found that most teens are worried that the pandemic will affect their family’s physical or financial health and that many feel lonelier than usual and worry about losing ground in academics and activities. Extending a helping hand to teens is not always well received. They can be notoriously resistant to advice, even when they’re stressed, partly because of their brain chemistry, explains Gail Saltz, M.D., clinical associate professor of psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian/Weill Cornell School of Medicine and host of the Personology podcast. A teen’s highly active amygdala makes risk-taking a thrill even as the frontal lobe that weighs consequences is not fully developed, while at the same time, a teen seeks independence—an identity and freedom to be more like an adult. “This combination means their capacity and interest in taking parental direction is not there,” she says. “As a result, parents in reaction often get louder and more insistent in telling them what to do, which fails and drives them further away.”

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Make self-compassion a family habit. The self-compassion approach to self-care, which is rapidly gaining ground among psychologists, has three elements: treating ourselves as kindly as we would a dear friend, realizing that many other people have the same problems so we’re not alone, and mindfully and nonjudgmentally observing our emotional state. This method has proven to be helpful not just for adults, but for teens, as well. A University of Edinburgh meta-analysis that synthesized 17 studies of more than 7,000 teens in six countries concluded that those with high levels of self-compassion had lower levels of stress caused by anxiety and depression. University of North Carolina researchers found that teens exhibited lower stress, anxiety and depression, as well as more resilience and gratitude, after six self-compassion sessions. A good place for parents to start is with themselves: If they are anxious, overprotective or fearful, a teen is likely to follow suit, reports a study in the Journal of Abnormal Child Psychology. Helpful books, websites and programs for both teens and adults can be found at Self-Compassion.org, operated by Dr. Kristin Neff, an associate professor of educational psychology at the University of Texas at Austin who was a pioneer in the concept.

Engage them with creative activities. As teens can seek independence, making sure they spend quality time with the family is also important for their well-being, research shows. “Find ways to connect, converse and unwind together as a family,” advises Crissy Fishbane, of Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina, co-founder of HER Health Collective, an online community for mothers. “Teens need to see their parents engaging in self-care behaviors themselves, and it’s even better if you can engage in self-care as a family.” She suggests taking a virtual or outdoor yoga class together, playing a board game, having sudoku competitions, learning deep-breathing techniques or starting a family book club.

Encourage reaching out to help others. A study in the Journal of Adolescence suggests that altruistic behaviors, including large and small acts of kindness, may increase teens’ feelings of self-worth, especially if it involves helping strangers. In Poland, the more teens helped out others in a flood, the more supportive and proactive they became, another study found. Depending on their interests, teens may be drawn to local environmental, social justice, religious or political activities. DoSomething.org offers useful ideas and links, and environmental projects for teens can be found at EarthForce.com, SierraClub. com and GlobalClimateStrike.com.

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s a stereotyped bunch, we teens are not exactly known for patience. We have been brought up to have any fact or trivia at the tip of our fingers with a quick internet search. Gone are the days described by our parents—looking up things in encyclopedias or spending hours struggling with the curious but daunting “microfiche” housed in libraries. Teens have grown up with phones that function as computers. We place call-ahead restaurant orders and get online pre-ticketing for movie theaters. Unlike my parents’ childhood, we are used to a fast-paced world with instant results. Now we are dealing with new protocols because of COVID-19 and patience is paramount. As teens, we realize the potential severity of this virus and that we must follow the recommended guidelines to keep us safe. As with everyone during this time, teens are frustrated to some extent. We have different “new normals” for school, for sports, for after school activities. There are no hugs in the hallways, no high-fives, no friendly handshakes. Future school events hang in the balance.

So, in comes patience, our new friend. We must embrace patience because there is no alternative. As we wait for this virus to get under control, we long for days that weren’t Isabella Dussias that long ago. We long for the times when we could drive around with our friends singing to the radio, the times of school dances and pep rallies, even the times we cried with each other and were comforted by hugs. We long for those times again because being human is who we are. For now, patience is our new-found virtue. Isabella Dussias is a 17-year-old singer-songwriter/composer from New Jersey. She enjoys writing about issues that are important to today’s youth, and she believes music is an important outlet to connect people and share messages through the creativity of lyric and melody. For more information, please visit IsabellaDussias.com.

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Mark Nepo on Living a Wholehearted Life

How does acceptance strengthen our resilience?

by Sandra Yeyati

estselling author, poet, cancer survivor and inspirational spiritual teacher Mark Nepo has published 22 books and made numerous appearances on Oprah Winfrey’s Super Soul Sunday program. His latest book, published this year, is The Book of Soul: 52 Paths to Living What Matters.

What do you mean by, “To be broken is not a reason to see all things as broken?”

In my cancer journey, after I had a rib re-

to me that to be broken is no reason to see all things as broken, because the wholeness of life is what is healing. When I am broken, I need the company of those who know what it’s like to be broken, but I also need everything not broken to heal. When I’m afraid, I need the company of those who know what it’s like to be afraid, but I need everything safe to heal.

moved from my back and a botched chemo treatment, I found myself in a Holiday Inn getting sick every 20 minutes, frightened and in pain, not sure what to do. As the sun started coming up, I realized that while this was happening to me, it wasn’t happening to everyone. Somewhere nearby, a baby was being born and a couple was making love for the first time. Somewhere an estranged parent and grown adult child were talking for the first time after many years. That’s when it came

Acceptance is not resignation. Acceptance begins with the hard task or practice of seeing things as they are. When we can see things as they are—clearly—then we have real choices. So, if I am afraid and I give over to my fear, then I’m afraid of everything. If I can see things as they are, I can see more clearly exactly what I’m afraid of, and then I have real choices of what my next steps are. Acceptance lets us move forward.

What practices do you recommend?

Two of the oldest medicines known to human beings are our ability to hold and our ability to listen. Even though there are times when I have been told things I didn’t want to hear, there has never been a time that I have listened or been listened to that hasn’t been healing. There has never been

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a time when I have held or been held that hasn’t been healing. Another practice is being completely present and holding nothing back. We tend to drift up into our minds, especially when afraid, and one of the reasons that all of the different traditions have breathing or meditation practices is to return us to where we are. If I start worrying, if I start getting lost in my fear, I try to look at whatever is before me. I’m in my study as I’m talking to you. I’m looking out the window. I’m seeing the leaves on the trees. I take a breath and try to give my full attention to whatever is before me, and then I start getting grounded again. The thing is, we’re never going to be free of fear or pain, because that’s part of living, but when we can be present and practice being real and authentic, then the fear lives in us and we don’t live in the fear.

What is the power of authentic expression?

One of the most powerful things we can do when feeling powerless is admit the truth. When I was a little boy, I was so captivated by a butterfly that I wanted to look at it closely. I didn’t want to hurt it, so I carefully cupped it in my hands. But then I realized that as long as I had it cupped in my hands, I couldn’t see it. I had to let it go to see its magnificent, colorful wings. Forty years later in my cancer journey, I realized that this [experience] was a teacher about expression. When we keep things closed inside us, they pound and make a lot of noise, but we don’t see them. Once we express them, we’re lighter and we see their true colors. For more information, book readings and conversations, visit MarkNepo.com. For webinars, visit Live.MarkNepo.com. Sandra Yeyati, J.D., is a professional writer. Reach her at SandraYeyati@gmail.com. October 2020

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ccasional knee or hip pain affects almost everyone, keeping us from daily tasks, making sitting painful and walking difficult. Causes can range from over-exercise to injuries, obesity and arthritis as we age. By the time we reach 65 years or older, 69 percent of women and 56 percent of men have arthritic symptoms, according to Boston University researchers. Costly joint replacement surgery which carries a high risk of adverse effects is often recommended for advanced cases, but by taking simple, natural preventive and remedial measures proactively, we can strengthen our knee and hip joints, handle related problems if they arise and remain physically strong and active.

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Consume foods that nourish bones and connective tissues. For strong bones, eat foods rich in calcium, magnesium and potassium, such as dark leafy greens (bok choy, Chinese cabbage, kale and collard greens), figs, nuts, tofu, avocados and bone broth. Six prunes a day boosted bone density in women over 70 with osteoporosis,

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research shows. Foods that support flexible tendons and ligaments include fatty fish, lentils, nuts, vegetables like spinach and broccoli, and colorful fruit like strawberries and oranges. Practice tai chi, qigong or hatha yoga. The gentle, low-impact movements and stretches associated with these approaches get synovial fluid flowing in the larger joints, effecting smoother mobility and increased flexibility; numerous studies document that they reduce joint pain and stiffness. “The key is not just to stretch, but to balance strength and stretching in a safe, mindful way,” says Andrea Trank, a health coach and yoga teacher in Fort Myers, Florida. Although personal or class instruction is best, how-to videos can be found on YouTube. Walk every day. In a four-year Northwestern University study, people at risk of knee osteoarthritis that walked at a moderate or brisk pace for at least 10 minutes a day, one hour a week, had one-eighth the disabled mobility of those that walked less. Posture helps: Walking straight and tall while ex-

tending each leg back as far as it’ll go will “really let your glute muscles work,” advises chiropractor Aaron Rossi, of Marietta, Georgia—an important compensation for the time we sit with knees and hips flexed.

Ways to Lower Pain Levels Consider the right supplements. Obtaining 1,000 milligrams daily of calcium and 600 international units of vitamin D is essential for bone health, according to the National Institutes of Health; consider taking a supplement if the diet is not adequate. In addition, study-proven options that reduce joint pain in the knees and hips include glucosamine and chondroitin, S-adenosyl-L-methionine (SAMe) and avocado soybean unsaponifiable. The benefits of bodywork. A massage can loosen up tight muscles and realign structural issues in the knees and hips while also lowering stress-producing cortisol and raising levels of pain-reducing serotonin. A study at Canada’s McMaster University found that massage works on the cellular level to reduce inflammation and promote the growth of new mitochondria in muscles. Useful styles are Swedish, deep tissue, myofascial release and shiatsu. Ask for references from friends, medical practitioners, fitness centers and natural health stores or find online a certified practitioner with at least 500 hours of training. Try acupuncture. A new meta-study of 39 studies with 20,827 patients concluded that acupuncture effectively reduces pain for as long as 12 months, and the National Institutes of Health endorses it for knee pain. “It is believed to stimulate the nervous system and in turn, the way the brain registers pain signals,” says acupuncturist Daryl Thuroff, at the Yinova Center, in New York City. Find an acupuncturist at nccaom.org/ find-a-practitioner-directory. Consult a chiropractor. People with osteoarthritic knees that underwent two weeks of chiropractic knee adjustments had substantially less pain, better mobility and fewer grinding and clicking sensations in the knees, reported a study in The

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Explore injection therapies. Known as regenerative medicine, these therapies use injections in the knee or hip to naturally stimulate the body to produce collagen and rejuvenate tissue. In a British Medical Bulletin meta-study, 82 percent of patients with mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the knee were satisfied with prolotherapy, which uses dextrose injections. Platelet-rich plasma injections use centrifuged platelets from the patient’s body, and have been used by athletes like Tiger Woods and Rafael Nadal to treat sports injuries. Ronica O’Hara is a Denver-based health writer. Connect at OHaraRonica@gmail.com.

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Glucosamine and chondroitin. Research suggests this combo relieves pain, improves joint mobility and slows arthritic damage to the joints. One study found it benefits up to 70 percent of people with knee arthritis, and a large multinational trial found the mixture to be as effective at reducing pain, stiffness and swelling in knee osteoarthritis as the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) celecoxib. It appears most suited for treating moderate to severe pain and takes two months to take effect.

Avocado soybean unsaponifiable (ASU). Routinely used to treat osteoarthritis in Europe, ASU improves symptoms of hip and knee osteoarthritis (OA) and reduces or eliminates the use of NSAIDs, a meta-analylsis concluded; it also appears to reduce OA’s progression.

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SAMe. This naturally occurring S-adenosyl-L-methionine molecule builds strong joints by delivering sulfur to cartilage, and research shows it may be as effective as aspirin and ibuprofen at improving joint function. It takes a month to take effect, but doesn’t have the side effects of NSAIDs. It’s also been shown to lower depression.

In addition to the traditional chiropractic focus on adjusting the spine to ease joint pain, many doctors today are using a wide array of approaches to ameliorate hip and knee pain, whether the cause is an injury, inflammation, arthritis or another chronic condition. Determining the cause is the first step, says chiropractor Derrell Blackburn, senior manager of chiropractic relations and training for The Joint Chiropractic, a nationwide chain of 500 clinics. If both hips or knees go bad, he says, it’s probably due to aging. If the problem involves a hip or knee on one side, “the underlying truth is overuse or compensation,” which can be helped by realigning the sacroiliac joint or pelvic girdle. Chiropractor Gil Kentof, of the Dr. Gil Center for Back, Neck, and Chronic Pain Relief, in Franklin, Tennessee, first recommends that patients with hip pain join a basic yoga class, find a good video or search “hip stretches” online and exercise according to what they research five times a week. “If there is no improvement in three weeks, or if there is more pain while doing the exercises, an examination is in order to determine the origin of the pain and the best treatment option,” he says. The exam often includes X-rays and sometimes an MRI. Treatment options can include specific chiropractic adjustments, deep tissue laser therapy, stem cell injections into the hip joint and in severe cases, a referral for surgery, but, “Surgery is always a last resort,” he says. For knees, “Good success has been obtained with stem cell treatment and platelet-rich plasma injected into the knee,” he advises. “This procedure is performed by our medical team and is minimally invasive with very little downtime.” He also suggests that knee-pain patients stretch their hamstrings, quadriceps and calves on a regular basis and use a pull-on brace or ice packs for temporary relief.

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eterinarians are seeing cancer in more and younger pets these days than ever before. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, approximately one in four dogs will develop cancer at some point in life, including almost half of dogs over the age of 10. But taking practical steps can help lower a pet’s risk. Don’t allow a dog or cat to become overweight. Studies show that restricting the number of calories an animal eats prevents and/or delays the progression of tumor development across species. Fewer calories cause the cells of the body to block tumor growth, whereas too many calories can lead to obesity, which is closely linked to increased cancer risk in humans. There’s a connection between too much glucose, increased insulin sensitivity, inflammation and oxidative stress, all factors in obesity and cancer. It’s important to remember that fat doesn’t just sit in a pet’s body harmlessly—it produces inflammation that can promote tumor development. Feed an anti-inflammatory diet. Anything that creates or promotes inflammation in the body increases the risk for cancer. Current research suggests cancer is actually a chronic inflammatory disease fueled by carbohydrates. The inflammatory process creates an environment in which abnormal cells proliferate. Cancer cells require the glucose in carbohydrates to grow and multiply, so work to eliminate this cancer energy source. Carbs to remove from a pet’s diet include processed grains, fruits with fructose and starchy vegetables like potatoes. Keep in mind that all dry pet food (“fast food”) contains some form of potentially carcinogenic, highly processed starch. It may be grain-free, but it can’t be starch-free because it’s not possible to manufacture kibble without using some type of starch. The correlation between consuming fast foods and cancer has been established in humans,

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so it’s wise to incorporate as much fresh, unprocessed food into an entire family’s diet as can be afforded. Cancer cells generally can’t use dietary fats for energy, so high amounts of goodquality fats are nutritionally beneficial for dogs fighting cancer, along with a reduced amount of protein and no carbs—basically a ketogenic diet. A healthy diet for a pet is one that’s anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer, and consists of real, preferably raw, whole foods. It should include high-quality protein, including muscle meat, organs and bones. It should also include high amounts of animal fat, high levels of EPA and DHA (omega-3 fatty acids) and a few freshcut, low-glycemic veggies. This speciesappropriate diet is high in moisture content and contains no grains or starches. Also make sure the diet is balanced following ancestral diet recommendations, which have much more rigorous standards (higher amounts of minerals and vitamins) than the current dietary recommendations for pets. A few beneficial supplements like probiotics, medicinal mushrooms, digestive enzymes and super green foods can also be very beneficial to enhance immune function. Reduce or eliminate a pet’s exposure to toxins and minimize chronic stress. These include chemical pesticides like flea and tick preventives, lawn chemicals linked to cancer (weed killers, herbicides, etc.), tobacco smoke, flame retardants, household cleaners and air-scenting products like candles and plug-ins. Because we live in a toxic world and avoiding all chemical exposure is nearly impossible, a periodic detoxification protocol can also benefit a pet. Research points to the benefits of identifying and removing sources of chronic stress in an animal’s life. Focusing on providing environmental enrichment and opportunities for dogs to just be dogs (play, sniff and run) on a daily basis is important in keeping them happy and healthy. For dogs, especially a large or giant breed, hold off neutering or spaying until the age of 18 months to 2 years. Studies have linked spaying and neutering to increasing

cancer rates in dogs. Even better, investigate alternative ways to sterilize a pet without upsetting their important hormone balance. Refuse unnecessary vaccinations. Vaccine protocols should be tailored to minimize risk and maximize protection, taking into account the breed, background, nutritional status, lifestyle and overall vitality of the pet. Vaccines may cause cancer, and titer testing is a responsible way to ensure a pet has adequate immunity in place of over-vaccinating on an annual basis. Karen Shaw Becker, DVM, a proactive and integrative veterinarian in the Chicago area, consults internationally and writes Mercola Healthy Pets.

10 Classic Symptoms Not to Ignore Dogs and cats can develop cancer almost anywhere in the body, which is why the symptoms vary depending on the tissues and organs involved and the severity of the disease. Make an appointment with a veterinarian if a pet displays any of these warning signs of cancer. 1. Unusual swellings that don’t go away or that grow. The best way to discover lumps, bumps or swelling on a dog or cat is to pet them. 2. Sores that won’t heal. Non-healing sores can be a sign of infection or cancer and should be evaluated by a veterinarian. 3. Weight loss. Illness could be the reason a pet is losing weight when it isn’t on a diet. 4. Loss of appetite. Reluctance or refusal to eat is a sign of possible illness. 5. Bleeding or discharge. Bleeding can occur for a number of reasons, most of which signal a problem. Unexplained vomiting and diarrhea are considered abnormal discharges, as well. 6. Offensive smell. An unpleasant odor is a common sign of tumors of the anus, mouth or nose. 7. Difficulty eating or swallowing. This is a common sign of cancers of the mouth or neck. 8. Reluctance to exercise or low energy level. This is often one of the first signs that a pet is not feeling well. 9. Persistent lameness. There can be many causes of lameness, including nerve, muscle or bone cancer. 10. Difficulty breathing, urinating or defecating. These symptoms should be evaluated by a veterinarian as soon as possible. Many of these symptoms also occur with other disorders and diseases, but any pet showing one or more of these signs needs prompt veterinary attention.

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Yoga Corner The Power of My Mat: Part II by Nicole Zornitzer

As I wipe the salty tears off of my face, I gather the energy to begin again

ast evening I sheared all of my motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hair

As we watched the clumps fall to the floor, we cried a river of tears

Each breath, each movement is me; finding me

We watched the stripping of her dignity fall with each strand that left her body

I am more than just my motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s light; I share my authentic self with all whom practice with me

I embraced the naked body of the woman who birthed me and showed me all of the goodness in the world

It is not easy, but it is my calling I arrive I breath

We made tea, we snuggled, and I assured her she looked even more beautiful than before In Ayurveda the action of shearing the hair has been a Vedic tradition from the beginning of time. Removal of the hair stimulates the central nervous system and renews bone marrow tissue, allowing the body to revive itself. Shearing the hair renews the body/mind and spirit. This also signifies lightening oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s burdens, eliminating attachment to the material world. Hair carries the experiences of our lives and its removal means much more than hair being removed. A naked head makes it easier to face the pure and unadorned spirit of self so that we come to terms with its truth and esteem it for what it truly is. I explained this to my mom as she listened to the wisdom, I can bestow upon her during her struggle with cancer. I became her light as she rested on my breast For many years I have educated practitioners about the POWER of the yoga

I move I let go I move forward, if for no other reason but for her Life is most definitely not fair; however it has been said that through struggle we find ourselves I have struggled many times; I have shown resilience and I encourage all of you to do the same Get on your mat, even during the darkest of times Just arrive mat; this morning I am a living example of such. I arrive I practice I release my own sorrows as I move through this meditation My mat is my safe haven, my place of grounding, my time to reconnect with who I am My mat knows me better than any human

And I will be there to catch you, that is my promise to you Excerpt from The Surrender, N. Zornitzer, December 2019. Nicole Zornitzer, ERYT 1000, yoga therapist, founder of Niyama Yoga & Wellness Shala, located in Randolph, New Jersey, and Upper Lake Mohawk in Sparta, New Jersey. NiyamaYogaShala.com. See ad, page 25.

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OCTOBER SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3 First Anniversary Celebration – 1-5pm. Celebrate Blossoming into Light’s first year in our Fairmount Avenue space. Meet good friends, shop for crystals, get a reading, learn about upcoming events and all the services we offer. Current regulations for social distancing will be honored. Half-hour readings with Leslie or Sue are at scheduled times. To schedule, text/call Sue at 862-222-4268 or email info@blossomingintolight-chester.com. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

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and virtual. $33. To register, text/call Sue at 862-222-4268 or email info@ blossomingintolight-chester.com. PalPal accepted to info@blossomingintolightchester.com with a note of 10-10 meditation. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 Salt Yoga with Missy – 11am. Join us for gentle yoga in our salt cave. $20. Salt Spa & Therapy, 1930 Rt 57, Hackettstown. To reserve your space and for questions, call 908-750-4554. SaltSpaTherapy.com.

Reiki Level 1 Training – 10/3, 2-5pm & 10/4, 12noon-3pm. Led by Christine Maher. $225. Preregistration required via website. Niyama Yoga, 270 Sparta Avenue, Upper Lake Mohawk, Sparta. For information call 973-500-2939 or visit NiyamaYogaShala.com.

Reiki 1 & 2 Certificate Training – 10/1311/17; 7-9:30pm. Six Zoom classes. Learn how to heal yourself and others with this ancient practice that is now used in hospitals. Teachings, tools, books, initiations, practice. Feel Great! Led by Janet StraightArrow. $425 for both level classes. Register by 10/10 at PayPal.me/ JanetStraightArrow. Zoom link sent on payment. For more information, contact Janet at 973-647-2500 or Janet@ Bethemedicine.com. BeTheMedicine.com.

Sitting in Your Power Meditation with Deb McBride – 3-5pm. Zoom class. Sitting in the Power Meditation is a way of opening your awareness to the energy of who you are and more about working with Spirit. Touch the power that is within and the ability to see, hear and feel with spiritual senses. Deb trained in England at The Arthur Findlay College for mediumship and trance healing. Pre-registration required. To register contact Sue at 862-222-4268 or make payment of $30 via PayPal to info@blossomingintolight-chester.com. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

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S o m a to Re s p i ra to r y I n te g ra t i o n Workshop – 12noon-4pm. Led by Fred Kingsbury. The profound energetic & transformative impact of SRI has to be directly experienced to be understood. It is specifically designed to be an effective self-help modality connecting you to your body rhythms & inner wisdom through focused attention, breath patterns, motion & touch. $180. Preregistration required via website. Niyama Yoga Wellness, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. For information call 973-500-2939 or visit NiyamaYogaShala.com.

International Food Festival – 6pm. 2020 NJRHA International Food Festival About this Event Feast on delicious food and drinks from around the world made and served by NJ ProStart students and local chefs. This event is a fundraiser for the NJ Restaurant Educational Foundation. . $50.00. Liberty House Restaurant and Events, 76 Audrey Zapp Drive, Jersey City. eventbrite. com/e/international-food-festival-tickets89652183093?aff=ebdssbcitybrowse.

Take the Monkey Out of Your Mind – 7-8:30pm. Zoom class. This is a practice, teachings, and tools that help people release anxiety, fear, memories and more in the moment and long term. Live in Peace. Led by Janet StraightArrow. Sliding Scale: $20-$60. Register at PayPal.me/ JanetStraightArrow. Zoom link sent on payment. For more information, contact Janet at 973-647-2500 or Janet@ Bethemedicine.com. BeTheMedicine.com.

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Oasis for the Soul Circle – 7-8:30pm. Zoom class. Refresh and rew you. Join us for spiritual wisdom, support, meditations, journeys, teaching and sharing together with joy and love. High energy healingwisdo circle. Led by Janet StraightArrow. Sliding Scale: $20-$60. Register by 10/3 at Venmo janet-straightarrow. Zoom link sent on payment. For more information, contact Janet at 973-6472500 or Janet@Bethemedicine.com. BeTheMedicine.com.

Connect to Your Higher Self & Spirit Guides – 10am-4:30pm. Zoom & in person in Morristown. Connect to your inner wisdom, truth, and love with no doubt. Know what you know and connect to the higher self and spiritual support teams. Led by Janet StraightArrow. $195 if prepaid by 10/10; $225 after. For more information and to register, contact Janet at 973-647-2500 or Janet@ Bethemedicine.com. BeTheMedicine.com.

Niyama Yoga Studios Mini Fall Retreat – 9:30am-5pm. in Sparta, New Jersey. Join us for our Fall 2020 Mini 1 Day retreat in gorgeous Sparta, NJ. Enjoy the crisp Fall air and foliage as we explore our internal ability to calm the mind, challenge the body and become more present in our everyday lives. This retreat will be held at our lakefront studio and we will then spend the afternoon in a secluded, private location that will be announced upon arrival. Participants will experience vinyasa, yin, introduction to meditation and journaling, special guest wellness presenters and a nature walk through a gorgeous 10-acre property. $150. Niyama Yoga, 270 Sparta Avenue, Upper Lake Mohawk, Sparta. For information call 973500-2939 or visit NiyamaYogaShala.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10 Sound Meditation – 4-5:30pm. Join us for a sound meditation, in-person or virtual via Zoom. Singing bowls, tuning forks, chimes and more. Limited space per current regulations for in-person. Must register in advance for in-person

Holistic Health & Craft Fair – 10am5pm. Meet 50+ holistic practitioners and crafters (nutrition & health coaching, handmade soap, essential oils, natural skin care, green products, Ayurvedic spices and medicine, reiki, intuitives/psychics, t’ai chi, energy medicine, hypnosis, gemstones, crystals, jewelry, chiropractic, teas, foot ionization detox, clothes, henna art and more). Free. Crockett Middle School, 2631 Kuser Road, Hamilton.

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Intuitive Readings with Leslie and Sue – 12noon-5pm. Come for guidance, spiritual

purpose and to uncover the next step in your journey. Leslie offers Oracle card & flower readings. Sue offers Oracle card, Akashic & Mediumship readings. By appointment, in-person or via Zoom. $65 for half-hour, $130 for an hour. To schedule your reading, text/ call Sue at 862-222-4268 or email info@blossomingintolight-chester.com. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

24/7 support via phone, text or email. Two pricing levels available. Registration required by 10/30. Register by 10/15 for early bird discount. Class begins 11/2. See AyniHealingArtsCenter.com/ayahuasca for syllabus and registration form. For more information, call 862-268-3213 or email aynihealingartscenter@gmail.com. AyniHealingArtsCenter.com.

Reiki Share – 3-5pm. Led by Christine Maher, Reiki Master. Free. Niyama Yoga Wellness, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. Donations welcome, not required. 973500-2939. NiyamaYogaShala.com.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 Jersey City Fall Half Marathon – 9:30am. 5K & 10K run. This Fundraiser run is to support Sustainable JC and JCFamilies, who Citytri has partnered with for this special Jersey City Fall Half Marathon and day of fundraising. Citytri feels privileged to work with these two missiondriven Jersey City non-profits and we are donating a percentage of our profits to Sustainable JC and JCFamilies. Lincoln Park West Side Ave. and Belmont Ave Jersey City. For details, visit citytri.com/ the-jersey-city-half.

Reiki Level 2 – 11/7-11/8. Led by Christine Maher, Reiki Master. $325. Preregistration required via website. Niyama Yoga, 270 Sparta Avenue, Upper Lake Mohawk, Sparta. For information call 973-5002939 or visit NiyamaYogaShala.com.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10 Inversion & Arm Balance Foundations – 7-9pm. This workshop is for the new yogi looking to explore the foundations of inversions and arm balances or for the seasoned yogi looking to advance their practice. Led by Danielle Martucci and Nina Petrillo. $50. Niyama Yoga, 270 Sparta Avenue, Upper Lake Mohawk, Sparta. For information call 973-5002939 or visit NiyamaYogaShala.com.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Reiki 2 Certificate Class Distance Healing – 10/27-11/17; 7-9:30pm. Four Zoom classes. Learn how to safely send healing and how to read energy and develop medical intuition skills. Experience many methods, distance practice, and teachings that guide you. Led by Janet StraightArrow. $295 if prepaid by 10/19; $325 after. Register at PayPal.me/ JanetStraightArrow. Zoom link sent on payment. For more information, contact Janet at 973-647-2500 or Janet@ Bethemedicine.com. BeTheMedicine.com.

Align Your Spine – 2-4pm. Led by John Levis. This is a therapeutic workshop that will teach participants the fundamental techniques that provide alignment of the spine. Learn how to develop a routine, refine your yoga postures and your day to day posture for maximum spinal health. $50. Niyama Yoga, 1250 Sussex Turnpike, Randolph. For information call 973-5002939 or visit NiyamaYogaShala.com.

ONGOING TUESDAYS Salt Yoga with Larissa – 6:30pm. Join us for Vinyasa Yoga in our salt cave every Tuesday beginning September 8. $20. Salt Spa & Therapy, 1930 Rt 57, Hackettstown. To reserve your space and for questions, call 908-750-4554. SaltSpaTherapy.com.

WEDNESDAY Yoga in Salt Cave with Missy – 6:30pm. Join us for yoga in our salt cave every Wednesday beginning 10/7. $20. Salt Spa & Therapy, 1930 Rt 57, Hackettstown. To reserve your space and for questions, call 908-750-4554. SaltSpaTherapy.com.

THURSDAYS Qigong – 7-8pm. Reserve spot early as space is limited due to current regulations. Qigong is a wonderful way to strengthen immune system plus many other benefits. $35 per class. To RSVP, text/call Sue at 862-222-4268 or info@blossomingintolight-chester.com. BlossomingIntoLight-Chester.com.

FRIDAYS Salt Yoga with Missy – 10am. Join us for gentle yoga and stretching in our salt cave every Friday beginning September 11. $20. Salt Spa & Therapy, 1930 Rt 57, Hackettstown. To reserve your space and for questions, call 908-750-4554. SaltSpaTherapy.com.

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